Sit-Up
Builds basic abdominal strength
Core & AbsBeginnerStrengthFlexion
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Abs. Secondary: Hip flexors |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Strength · Flexion |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10-20 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~25 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Step 1: Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat
- Step 2: Cross arms over your chest
- Step 3: Curl your torso up until you are sitting tall
- Step 4: Lower back down slowly
Coaching tips
Benefits
Builds basic abdominal strength
Common mistakes
Pulling on the neck with the hands
Make it harder
Hold a weight at the chest
Make it easier
Do a crunch with a shorter range
Breathing
Exhale as you sit up
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